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Heating Pad for Cramps: Which Type Fits Your Day?

Choosing a heating pad for cramps comes down to where you'll be and how long you'll stay put. This guide sorts plug-in, microwave, patch and hot water bottle options by situation, then adds four safety...
What Is a Menstrual Disc, and How Is It Different from a Cup?

What Is a Menstrual Disc, and How Is It Different from a Cup?

A menstrual disc sits at the base of your cervix, not in your canal, and can be worn up to 12 hours. Here's how it works and how to choose one.
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Optimizing Fertility: Tracking Your Cycle Before Pregnancy

By learning how to track your cycle and recognise signs of ovulation, you can better identify your fertile window—the days you're most likely to conceive. Whether you're asking “When do you ovulate?”, looking for the...
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The Follicular Phase: What Happens and How to Thrive During This Energizing Menstrual Cycle Phase

Understanding the Follicular Phase The follicular phase is the first half of your menstrual cycle, beginning on the first day of your period and continuing until ovulation. During this time, your body is transitioning from...
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Menstrual Cycle Phases: What Are The 4 Phases Of Menstrual Cycle?

The Menstrual Cycle Phases. It’s more than just “that time of the month.” It’s a rhythm, a flow, a cycle that influences how you feel, think, and move through the world. And when you understand...
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Hormones Keeping You Up at Night? Guide for a Restful Sleep

One in four women experience sleep disruptions due to hormonal fluctuations, leading to restless nights and fatigue during the day so remember, you are no alone and there's help! First, we’ll explore how hormones influence...
How To Insert A Menstrual Cup - Period Cup Insertion Tips

How To Insert A Menstrual Cup - Period Cup Insertion Tips

Learning how to use a menstrual cup or menstrual disc may feel a bit overwhelming at first, but with the right tips and a little practice, you’ll be a pro in no time. In this...
Period Disc Q&A: Everything You Need to Know About Menstrual Discs

Period Disc Q&A: Everything You Need to Know About Menstrual Discs

In this guide, we'll answer the most common questions users have about our menstrual disc — from how to clean and empty it. We'll also cover topics like whether the disc can get stuck, if it...
Hand holding a reusable menstrual disc with text highlighting it as a tampon alternative that is easy to insert and remove, holding up to six tampons' worth of fluid.

Why Switch? Metals in Tampons & Best Alternative

Hey there, lovely readers! Let’s dive into some pretty shocking news that's been making waves recently. It turns out that tampons, a staple in many women's menstrual care routines, have been found to contain metals....